1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Thalia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia, 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 Thalia (148 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2473 mm |
