1985 Renault 18 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 14 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 755 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 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 18 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 18 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
