1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
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, 1981 Nissan Cherry (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | 18 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
