1979 Renault 18 vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1997 Renault Safrane is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Safrane (142 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 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, 1997 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18. 1997 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1979 Renault 18 has manual transmission. 1979 Renault 18 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 18 | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 18 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
