1984 Chrysler Laser vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, both 1984 Chrysler Laser and 1984 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chrysler Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chrysler Laser (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chrysler Laser should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chrysler Laser weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Chrysler Laser (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chrysler Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chrysler Laser | 1984 Renault 18 | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Laser | 18 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |