1983 Renault 4 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 4, 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 4. 1984 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1983 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 4 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
