1988 Renault 21 vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corona (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Because 1979 Toyota Corona 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 1979 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21, 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, 1988 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Renault 21 | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 21 | Corona |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |