1974 Renault Siete vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 737 kg more than 1974 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault Siete | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siete | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
