1995 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 27 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 915 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.
Because 1968 Renault 8 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 1968 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Trans Sport | 8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
