2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 310 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona. 1977 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Be Bop | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Be Bop | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
