1971 Renault 10 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 935 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 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | 10 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
