1984 Renault Siete vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Toyota Soarer is newer by 21 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 915 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete. 2005 Toyota Soarer 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. 2005 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Siete | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Siete | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
