1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 1969 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 1 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 269 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Fairlady | 10 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2280 mm |
