1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, both 1978 Chrysler Valiant and 1978 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chrysler Valiant 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 1978 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Valiant | 1978 Renault 18 | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Valiant | 18 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |