1975 Ford Torino vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1981 Renault 18 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 600 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Torino 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 1975 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Torino | 18 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
