2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 41 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), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 911 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Nitro | 8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |
