1972 Ford Torino vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 819 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1970 Renault 10 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Torino | 10 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 38 L |