1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 18 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 456 kg more than 1980 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pickup | 18 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
