1977 Renault 12 vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1977 Renault 12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corona weights approximately 95 kg more than 1977 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 12 | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 51 L |
