1980 Renault 18 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 295 kg more than 1980 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 18 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 18 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
