1970 Renault 10 vs. 1984 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1984 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 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, 1984 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 10 | 1984 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 10 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
