1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 462 kg more than 1964 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Scorpio | 8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
