1983 Renault 18 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 18 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 1983 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 18 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 18 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
