1984 Renault 18 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 94 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 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 18 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
