1989 Renault 4 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 481 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1982 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 4, 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
