1981 Renault 18 vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault 18 | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 18 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |