1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, both 1981 Ferrari 208 and 1981 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18.
Because 1981 Ferrari 208 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 1981 Ferrari 208. 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, 1981 Renault 18 (181 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 208 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
