1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 1999 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Italdesign Nazca | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Renault |
| Model | Nazca | 18 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
