2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 18 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 1986 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | YRV | 18 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
