1971 Renault 10 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1347 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 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 10 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
