2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1983 Renault 18
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 18.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1983 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ducato | 18 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1647 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1410 mm |
