1981 Renault 18 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 20 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 410 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
