2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 19 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 775 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1986 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 300 | 18 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
