1974 Renault Siete vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 35 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 558 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault Siete | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siete | Touran |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
