1978 Renault Siete vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 22 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 904 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 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1978 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault Siete | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Siete | Tundra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1037 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3270 mm |