1968 Renault 8 vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1993 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 580 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8. 1993 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault 8 | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 8 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 295 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |