1978 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 542 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 124 | 2010 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Seat | Renault |
Model | 124 | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |