1978 Renault 18 vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2000 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 22 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 295 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 2000 Venturi Atlantique 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 2000 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Renault | Venturi |
| Model | 18 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
