1993 Renault Express vs. 1966 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Corona weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express, 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, 1966 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Renault Express 1966 Toyota Corona
Make Renault Toyota
Model Express Corona
Year Released 1993 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 45 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 22.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 945 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2430 mm


 

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