1971 Renault 10 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 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, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 10 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
