1988 Pontiac Banshee vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Banshee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 18 would be higher. At 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 696 kg more than 1985 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Pontiac Banshee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Pontiac Banshee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Banshee | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Banshee | 18 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4042 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
