1981 Renault 14 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 14 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 14 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
