1993 Renault Clio vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
