1971 Renault 10 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 39 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1022 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | 10 | STS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
