2000 Bentley Arnage vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 2000 Bentley Arnage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 18 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1337 kg more than 1979 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bentley Arnage 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 2000 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Arnage | 1979 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Arnage | 18 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 60 L |
