2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 774 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | 10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
