1969 Audi Variant vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1978 Renault 18 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Renault 18.
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, 1978 Renault 18 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Variant | 18 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
