1981 Renault 18 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 31 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 650 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 18 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |
