1971 Renault 10 vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 29 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus IS weights approximately 610 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, 2000 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2000 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Renault | Lexus |
| Model | 10 | IS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
