1978 Renault Siete vs. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 39 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Vauxhall Chevette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault Siete | 1984 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Siete | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
