1968 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, both 1968 Ford Escort and 1968 Renault 6 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6, 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, 1968 Ford Escort (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1968 Renault 6 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | 6 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |