1965 Nissan Cedric vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 1980 Renault 18 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 18 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Nissan Cedric 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 1965 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1965 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan Cedric | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cedric | 18 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
