1981 Renault 18 vs. 1983 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1983 Talbot 1510 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot 1510 (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 1983 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | 18 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
