1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 28 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1125 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | 10 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
