2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 32 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1971 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1971 Renault 10 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Tahoe | 10 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |