1987 Renault 4 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 545 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 4 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
