1983 Renault Siete vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 175 kg more than 1983 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault Siete | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Siete | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |
