1986 Renault 18 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 26 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 207 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 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 18 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 18 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
