1971 Renault 10 vs. 1980 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 9 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 90 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.
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, 1971 Renault 10 (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1980 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | 10 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
