1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 14 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 925 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | 18 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
