1980 Renault Siete vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 286 kg more than 1980 Renault Siete. 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Siete | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Siete | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
