1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Renault Super 5 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Super 5 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |