1978 Renault 18 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Renault 18.
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, 1978 Renault 18 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 18 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 18 | Carina |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1645 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |