1996 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 12 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 71 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.
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, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Sunfire | 18 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
