1985 Renault 18 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 18 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
