1981 Renault 18 vs. 2005 Toyota Will
To start off, 2005 Toyota Will is newer by 24 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, 2005 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Will 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.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault 18 | 2005 Toyota Will | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 18 | Will |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |