2008 Renault Scenic vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Scenic (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 641 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Scenic | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 161 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 | 1415 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
