2005 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 24 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Renault 18.
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, 1981 Renault 18 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 18 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
