1978 Renault Siete vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 684 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.
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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault Siete | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Siete | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
