1980 Renault 15 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corona (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault 15 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Corona |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |