1978 Renault 4 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 1978 Renault 4 and 1978 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 235 kg more than 1978 Renault 4.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
