1982 Renault 11 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. Both 1982 Renault 11 and 2005 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,397 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 272 kg more than 1982 Renault 11.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 11 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
