1998 Renault Clio vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio, 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
