1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 1979 Renault 18 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 18 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 1979 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 204 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
