1981 Renault 14 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1981 Renault 14 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 135 kg more than 1981 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 14.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Renault 14 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Renault Toyota
Model 14 Corona
Year Released 1981 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1218 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 92 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 865 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2510 mm


 

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