1986 Renault 4 vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 395 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.
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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
