2007 Renault Modus vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Renault Modus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 16 kg more than 2007 Renault Modus. 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Modus | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Modus | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
