1976 Renault 20 vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 1979 Renault 18 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (97 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1979 Renault 18. 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 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20. 1976 Renault 20 has automatic transmission and 1979 Renault 18 has manual transmission. 1979 Renault 18 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Renault 20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 20 | 1979 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 20 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1645 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
