2005 Renault Modus vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Renault Modus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Modus (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Modus weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Renault Modus (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Modus | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Modus | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
