1968 Renault 6 vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 32 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 505 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 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 6 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
