1984 Ford Falcon vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, both 1984 Ford Falcon 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 239 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.
Because 1984 Ford Falcon 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 1984 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Falcon | 1984 Renault 18 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Falcon | 18 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |