1989 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1989 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Mustang weights approximately 460 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, 1989 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Mustang | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | 10 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
