2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 30 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1120 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 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Astro | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Astro | 10 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
