1991 Renault Express vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 1981 Renault 18 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Express | 18 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
