2007 Renault Trafic vs. 1962 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 905 kg more than 1962 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Trafic | 1962 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Trafic | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |