1971 Renault 10 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 2040 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 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 10 | CLC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
