1964 Renault 8 vs. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Renault 8 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Renault 8 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 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta, 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, 1964 Renault 8 (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 1994 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Renault | ZAZ |
| Model | 8 | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2330 mm |
