1978 Renault 14 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Renault 14. 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 14 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 14 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
