2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 25 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 700 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Avalanche | 18 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
