2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 835 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
