1966 Renault 10 vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Viper weights approximately 787 kg more than 1966 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Renault 10 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Renault | Dodge |
Model | 10 | Viper |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 8400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 758 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1234 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |