1978 Renault 18 vs. 2007 Toyota Dyna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Dyna is newer by 29 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 2,986 cc, 2007 Toyota Dyna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Dyna (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Dyna should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18.
Because 2007 Toyota Dyna 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, 2007 Toyota Dyna 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, 2007 Toyota Dyna (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Dyna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 2007 Toyota Dyna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Dyna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2986 cc |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
