1978 Renault Siete vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,042 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault Siete (49 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault Siete weights approximately 116 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault Siete | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siete | Polo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
