1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 1980 Renault 18 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 440 kg more than 1980 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | SC | 18 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
