1985 Renault 18 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 26 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 699 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.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 18 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
