1980 Renault Siete vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1980 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota MR2 (131 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Siete | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Siete | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
