1981 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 565 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1984 Renault 18 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Toronado | 18 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |