1979 Renault 18 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 18 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
