1976 Renault 5 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 395 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 5 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
