1976 Renault Siete vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault Siete would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 876 kg more than 1976 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault Siete | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Siete | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3340 mm |
