1968 Renault 10 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1657 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.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 10 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 10 | Express |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2432 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
