1968 Renault 6 vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 29 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 395 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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | 6 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
