2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 35 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 302 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 1970 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 1970 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Lanos | 10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2280 mm |
