1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1985 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | W 111 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
