1976 Renault 4 vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Toyota Corolla (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 4 | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
