2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1983 Renault 18
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 Renault 18.
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, 1983 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1983 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | 18 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
