1965 Renault 10 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 723 kg more than 1965 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Renault 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault 10 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 10 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
