1985 Renault 18 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 25 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 585 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.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 18 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 18 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
