1983 Renault Siete vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 290 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Siete. 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2003 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault Siete | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siete | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2512 mm |
