1971 Renault 10 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 195 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (176 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 10 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 87 L |
