2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 18 would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2135 kg more than 1986 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1986 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Excursion | 18 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
