1998 Opel Speedster vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 30 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Speedster weights approximately 170 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.
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, 1998 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Speedster | 1968 Renault 10 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Speedster | 10 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |