1984 Renault 18 vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 375 kg more than 1984 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (285 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
