1971 Renault 10 vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 860 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.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 10 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2320 mm |
