2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 20 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 373 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.
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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Tacuma | 18 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
