2007 Renault Clio vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 424 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
