1978 Renault 18 vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 24 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 799 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 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 18 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
