1979 Renault 18 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 19 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 400 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, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 18 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 18 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
