1986 Renault 4 vs. 1978 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Renault 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corolla (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corolla 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 1978 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 4, 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, 1978 Toyota Corolla (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 4 | 1978 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
