1984 Renault 18 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 28 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, 1984 Renault 18 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Renault 18.
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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | 18 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2673 mm |
