1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2010 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Scenic weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 1999 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Scenic, 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Italdesign Nazca | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Italdesign | Renault |
| Model | Nazca | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
