1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 760 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio, 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, 2010 Renault Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corona | 2010 Renault Clio | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Corona | Clio |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |