1985 Renault Siete vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 605 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.
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 (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Siete | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Siete | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1420 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 |
