1994 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 10 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 655 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.
Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Bravada | 18 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
