1997 Lexus SC vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 1997 Lexus SC is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 810 kg more than 1966 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, 1997 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus SC | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | SC | 8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
