2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 38 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1091 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |
