1968 Renault 8 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 45 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 985 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 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 8 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | 8 | G |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
