1980 Renault 14 vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 29 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 440 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 14 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
