1976 Renault 15 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
