1958 Jeep CJ vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 1968 Renault 10 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 405 kg more than 1968 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | CJ | 10 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2280 mm |
