1986 Renault 18 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1986 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 18 | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 18 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
