1985 Renault 18 vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 18 | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 18 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
