1979 Renault 18 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 31 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18. 2010 Nissan Titan 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. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 18 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 18 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
