1980 Renault Siete vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 30 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Siete | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Renault | Pontiac |
| Model | Siete | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
