1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 290 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6, 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taunus | 6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
