1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 1980 Renault 18 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 18 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | 18 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
