1984 Renault 18 vs. 1984 Holden Astra
To start off, both 1984 Renault 18 and 1984 Holden Astra were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 18 (107 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Holden Astra. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 Holden Astra. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Astra. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 1984 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | 18 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
