1984 Renault 18 vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1033 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 18 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
