1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 18 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 669 kg more than 1985 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | 18 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
