1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1970 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Roadmaster | 10 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
