1979 Renault 18 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 18 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 18 | Polo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |