1999 Renault Scenic vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 29 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Scenic (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 490 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, 1999 Renault Scenic, 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, 1999 Renault Scenic (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
