1984 Renault 18 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 439 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, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 18 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
