1983 Renault 14 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Renault 14 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 14 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1972 Toyota Corolla 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 1972 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 14, 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, 1972 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 14 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 14 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |
