1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1966 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 220 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
