1982 Renault 11 vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Corona weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Renault 11.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11, 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, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 11 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
