1978 Renault 18 vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Renault 18 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18, 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, 1961 Toyota Corona (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
