1978 Renault 18 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 255 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
