2000 GMC Safari vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 905 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 1981 Renault 18 | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Safari | 18 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |