1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1965 Renault 10
To start off, 1966 Jaguar 420G is newer by 1 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 1003 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 1965 Renault 10 | |
Make | Jaguar | Renault |
Model | 420G | 10 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2280 mm |