Renault 8S

Renault 8S - key facts

  • Introduced in 1967, the end came for the Renault 8S in 1971.
  • The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 57 bhp.
  • The maximum speed of the Renault 8S was 90 mph.
  • A total of 1,316,134 units were manufactured (All variants).
Renault 8S Specifications
Production 1,316,134
All variants
From 1967
Until 1971
Bodywork
Body StyleSaloon
Dimensions
Length13ft 1in4m
Kerb Weight1652lb/0.737ton749kg
Engine
Engine displacement1108cc68cu in
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Power Output57bhp @ 5500rpm56PS @ 5500rpm
Specific Output51bhp/litre0.84bhp/cu in
Torque Output70lbft @ 3000rpm95Nm @ 3000rpm
Specific Torque86Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Performance
Power to weight77bhp/ton
Standing Qtr mile20.7 seconds
Top speed90mph145km/h
Chassis
Engine locationRear
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionIndependent Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionIndependent Coil Spring
BrakesDiscs front and rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual or Automatic
Number of gears4
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