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Renault 18

General information

ModelRenault 18
Year1978
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1397 ccm (85.24 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.0 litres/100 km (33.51 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement1397 ccm (85.24 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power64.90 PS (48 kW or 64 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque103.00 Nm (10.5 kgf-m or 76.0 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Bore x stroke76.1 x 77.0 mm (3.0 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0659 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4140 litres (1,094 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight985 kg (2,171.6 pounds)
Overall length4410 mm (173.6 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase2450 mm (96.5 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
CO2 emissions180.0 g/km
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