1981 Renault 9 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 9 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
