1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 18 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. 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, 1984 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | 18 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
