1996 Honda Today vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1985 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | 18 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
