1982 Renault Siete vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault Siete would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1982 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1705 kg more than 1982 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault Siete | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Siete | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
