2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 912 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (319 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | 8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 38 L |
