1971 Renault 10 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 10 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
