1980 Renault 18 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 210 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.
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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 18 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | 18 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
