1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 993 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
