1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 15 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 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 35 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 95 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, 1984 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | HR-V | 18 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
