1981 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Logan, 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Corona | 2012 Renault Logan | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Corona | Logan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |