1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 19 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 130 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.
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, 1999 Honda HR-V (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | HR-V | 18 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
