1978 Renault 18 vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1978 Renault 18 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 Renault 18.
Because 1958 Toyota Crown 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 1958 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18, 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, 1958 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 18 | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 18 | Crown |
Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |