1986 Renault 18 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 18 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1986 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault 18 has manual transmission. 1986 Renault 18 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 18 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
