2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 35 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1210 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.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Montero | 8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
