2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 30 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 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 280 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 207 | 18 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
