1978 Renault Siete vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 32 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete.
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, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault Siete | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Siete | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2735 mm |
