1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1981 Renault 14
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 14 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1981 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 McLaren F1 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1981 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 McLaren F1 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 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 14, 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 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 1981 Renault 14 | |
| Make | McLaren | Renault |
| Model | F1 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
