1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 1970 Mazda 1000 is newer by 2 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 10 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000.
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, both vehicles can yield 77 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda 1000 | 1968 Renault 10 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 1000 | 10 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2280 mm |