1970 Renault 10 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 26 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 310 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 10 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 10 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2490 mm |
