1984 Renault Siete vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 790 kg more than 1984 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Renault Siete | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Siete | Corolla |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |