1968 Renault 6 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 215 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | 6 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
