1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 2 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 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 718 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 280 | 10 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2745 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 38 L |
