1984 Renault 18 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 380 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, 1984 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 18 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
