1975 Renault 30 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 571 kg more than 1975 Renault 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 30 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
