1971 Renault 10 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 438 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 10 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
