1978 Renault 18 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 308 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 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 18 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 18 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |