2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 844 kg more than 1985 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Sprinter | 18 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1410 mm |
