1983 Renault Siete vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry is newer by 18 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (157 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 605 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Siete. 2001 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1983 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault Siete | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Siete | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
