2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 34 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1215 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Equus | 10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
