1975 Renault 30 vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Renault 30 (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 30 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
