2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 683 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Lumina | 18 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
