1980 Renault Siete vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 29 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1108 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 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete. 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2009 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Siete | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Siete | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
