1981 Renault 18 vs. 2004 Toyota Will
To start off, 2004 Toyota Will is newer by 23 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Will weights approximately 435 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 2004 Toyota Will 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, 2004 Toyota Will 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, 2004 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18. 2004 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1981 Renault 18 has manual transmission. 1981 Renault 18 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault 18 | 2004 Toyota Will | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 18 | Will |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |