1978 Renault 18 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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. Both 1978 Renault 18 and 2007 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 323 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 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 RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
