1988 Porsche 928 vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 535 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 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 928 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
