1964 Renault 8 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 48 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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, 2012 Opel Combo, 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, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | 8 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
