2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 38 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 901 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1971 Renault 10 | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Nitro | 10 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |