1978 Renault 18 vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1990 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 12 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 355 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.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 18 | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 18 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |