1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1979 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 470 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 1979 Ford Mustang 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 1979 Ford Mustang. 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 1968 Renault 6 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | 6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |