1968 Renault 6 vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 40 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 290 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 6 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
