1982 Renault Siete vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (75 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault Siete | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Siete | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
