1971 Renault 10 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 28 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 302 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 1971 Renault 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1999 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 10 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
