1984 Renault Siete vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 22 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 715 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Siete | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Siete | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
