1985 Renault 18 vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara is newer by 20 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Solara (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Solara weights approximately 410 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, 2005 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 18 | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
