1981 Renault 18 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1981 Renault 18 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
