1985 Renault 18 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 18 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
