1978 Renault Siete vs. 2002 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 24 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 99 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, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault Siete | 2002 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Siete | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
