1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 180 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.
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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Laser | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Laser | 18 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
