1983 Renault 14 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 14 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1983 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1983 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 14. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault 14 has manual transmission. 1983 Renault 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 14 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 14 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |
