1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1982 Renault 18
To start off, both 1982 Ferrari 208 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 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1982 Renault 18. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1982 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ferrari 208 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 1982 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1982 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 208 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
