1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 18 (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1981 Renault 18 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 18 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |
