1986 Renault 18 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 435 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 18 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 18 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
