1985 Renault 18 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 622 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 2011 Ford Falcon 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 2011 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 18 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 18 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
