1965 Renault 10 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 47 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1889 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.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Renault 10 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Renault | GMC |
Model | 10 | Savana |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3429 mm |