1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 520 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace, 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, 1997 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 1997 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Espace |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
