1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1988 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jeep Cherokee | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Cherokee | 18 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
