2005 Renault Clio vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 85 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1979 Toyota Corona (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
