1986 Renault 4 vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Renault 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 Renault 4. 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, 1983 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 4 | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
