1982 Renault 14 vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,217 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Renault 14. 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 14 | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 14 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1217 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |
