1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2473 mm |
