1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 24 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 450 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.
Because 1971 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 1971 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 1971 Renault 10 | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Sunfire | 10 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |