1986 Maserati 228 vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, both 1986 Maserati 228 and 1986 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati 228 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Maserati 228 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 1986 Maserati 228. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 228 | 1986 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | 228 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
