1987 Porsche 959 vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1968 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 959 | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 959 | 10 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2280 mm |
