1989 Honda Integra vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 11 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
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, 1978 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Integra | 18 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
