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Renault 8

General information

ModelRenault 8
Year1968
Rating50.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1108 ccm (67.61 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement1108 ccm (67.61 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power50.00 PS (37 kW or 49 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque77.00 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 56.8 ft.lbs)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0641 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3380 litres (893 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight780 kg (1,719.6 pounds)
Overall length4000 mm (157.5 inches)
Overall width1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase2270 mm (89.4 inches)
Fuel capacity38.0 litres (10.04 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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