1979 Renault 18 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 18 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 18 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 18 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
