1981 Renault 18 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1087 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 18 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2893 mm |
