1971 Renault 10 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1000 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | 10 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
