1980 Renault Siete vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 625 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 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1980 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault Siete | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Siete | Legacy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |