2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 15 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 646 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 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1986 Renault 18 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Crown Victoria | 18 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |