1989 Renault 4 vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 555 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.
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, 1988 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
