1981 Renault 18 vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, both 1981 Renault 18 and 1981 Triumph TR7 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Triumph TR7.
Because 1981 Triumph TR7 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 Triumph TR7. 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 Triumph TR7 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault 18 | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Renault | Triumph |
Model | 18 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |