1982 Renault 18 vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 640 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.
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, 2006 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 18 | 2006 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 18 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1645 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
