2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 738 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.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (410 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
