2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Mondeo (172 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 18 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
