1992 Honda CRX vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX.
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, 1984 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CRX | 18 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
