1998 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 1998 Honda Step Wagon 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 660 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.
Because 1970 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 1970 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Step Wagon, 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, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Step Wagon | 1970 Renault 10 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Step Wagon | 10 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |