1980 Renault 18 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18.
Because 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault 18, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 18 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
