1999 Nissan Z vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1999 Nissan Z is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Z (197 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10.
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, 1999 Nissan Z (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Z | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Z | 10 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
