1994 Renault Espace vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 Renault Espace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Espace (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Espace weights approximately 510 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Espace, 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 Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Espace | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Corona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
