2006 Ford S-Max vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 2006 Ford S-Max is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford S-Max (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 993 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford S-Max | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | S-Max | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
