1980 Renault 14 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 14 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 14 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 14 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
