1978 Renault 18 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 400 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 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 18 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
