1968 Renault 8 vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 8 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1968 Renault 8 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 1968 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet, 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, both vehicles can yield 77 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 8 | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 8 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |
