1968 Renault 10 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 42 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1321 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 1968 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 1968 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault 10 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Renault | Chrysler |
Model | 10 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |