1968 Renault 10 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 615 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 10 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 10 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
