1987 Peugeot 405 vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405.
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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 405 | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 405 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
