1980 Buick Estate vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1981 Renault 18 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (140 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18.
Because 1980 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Buick Estate (318 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (181 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Estate | 18 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
