1976 Peugeot 104 vs. 1983 Renault 18
To start off, 1983 Renault 18 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 80 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 18 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104.
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, 1983 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 104 | 1983 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 104 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
