1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 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 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 750 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | E | 10 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
