1981 Renault 18 vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1981 Renault 18 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen K 70 (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18.
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 Renault 18 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 18 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
