1992 Renault 19 vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1963 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1992 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
