1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 482 kg more than 1968 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Tiburon | 10 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
