1985 Renault 18 vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Renault 18.
Because 1972 Skoda 1202 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 18 | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 18 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
