1959 AC Ace vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1984 Renault 18 | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Ace | 18 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |