1968 Renault 6 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 26 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 679 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, 1994 Saab 900 (342 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 6 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1429 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
