1978 Renault 18 vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 108 kg more than 1978 Renault 18.
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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 18 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
