1984 Renault 5 vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 199 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
