1985 Renault 18 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 345 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 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 18 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 18 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
