1994 Renault 19 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 is newer by 24 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), 1994 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 19 weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Renault 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
