2008 Renault Scenic vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 580 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic, 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, 2008 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Scenic | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
