1988 Renault 25 vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 20 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 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 580 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Renault 25 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 25 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2847 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
