1986 Renault 18 vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 24 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 7 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 505 kg more than 1986 Renault 18.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 18 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 18 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
