1980 Renault 14 vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Camry (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 305 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.
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, 1985 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 14 | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 14 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
