2006 Renault Twingo vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Renault Twingo. 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, 1994 Toyota Corolla (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Twingo | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Twingo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
