1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 18 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. 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, 1984 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
