2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 18 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 18 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1986 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | 18 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
