2007 BMW 120 vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1980 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 120 | 18 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
