1986 Renault 21 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Renault 21 (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
