1985 Renault Siete vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 Renault Siete is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corona (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corona weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Corona 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 1981 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Siete, 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Siete. 1981 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1985 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1985 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Renault Siete | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Siete | Corona |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |