1979 Renault Siete vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 28 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1979 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1219 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 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault Siete. 2007 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1979 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1979 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault Siete | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Siete | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1036 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
