1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Wind is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Wind (134 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Datsun 1800 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Renault Wind (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Wind will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Datsun | Renault |
| Model | 1800 | Wind |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 83 L |
