1981 Renault 4 vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Renault 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corona weights approximately 210 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 4, 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 Corona (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 4 | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
