1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 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 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 952 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 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1971 Renault 10 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | 450 | 10 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |