2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 32 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 779 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LaCrosse | 1968 Renault 10 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | LaCrosse | 10 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2280 mm |