1978 Renault 18 vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 23 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 460 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, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 18 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
