1971 Renault 10 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 495 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.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 10 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 78 L |
