1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 323 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.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |
