1996 Renault Twingo vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 394 kg more than 1996 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Twingo | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Twingo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
