1999 Renault Zo vs. 1978 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1999 Renault Zo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Renault Zo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Zo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Zo weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Renault Zo (260 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Zo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Renault Zo 1978 Toyota Corona
Make Renault Toyota
Model Zo Corona
Year Released 1999 1978
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 2189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 163 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1150 kg
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2530 mm


 

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