2008 Ford Focus vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 28 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 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 337 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.
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 Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 18 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
