1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 928 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Renault 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 1966 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Allante | 10 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
