1986 Renault 18 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 19 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 341 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 18 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 18 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
