1981 Renault 14 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Renault 14 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 14 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 14, 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault 14 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 14 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1218 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |