1968 Renault 8 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 42 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 794 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 1968 Renault 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8. 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 8 | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 8 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
