1968 Renault 8 vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 30 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 210 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.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 8 | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 8 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
