1995 Nissan Sentra vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 1995 Nissan Sentra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 18 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sentra.
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, 1995 Nissan Sentra (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Sentra | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | 18 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
