1984 Renault Siete vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 645 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1984 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Siete | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Siete | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
