1978 Renault 18 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 1 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.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 18 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
