1979 Renault Siete vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault Siete would be higher. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1979 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 850 kg more than 1979 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault Siete | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siete | Passat |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1036 cc | 4003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
