2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 975 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Renault 10 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Silverado | 10 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2280 mm |