1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 455 kg more than 1984 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | 18 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
