1981 Renault 18 vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 26 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 826 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 18 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
