1982 Audi 80 vs. 1982 Renault 18
To start off, both 1982 Audi 80 and 1982 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 18 (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 18 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. 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, 1982 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi 80 | 1982 Renault 18 | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | 80 | 18 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1645 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |