1978 Renault 18 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
