1980 Porsche 924 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1980 Porsche 924 is newer by 12 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 924 weights approximately 399 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.
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, 1980 Porsche 924 (250 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1980 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 924 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 924 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
