1981 Renault 18 vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 31 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 570 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2819 mm |
