1978 Renault 18 vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1996 Toyota Supra is newer by 18 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Supra weights approximately 620 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 1996 Toyota Supra 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 1996 Toyota Supra. 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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 18 | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 18 | Supra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |