1984 Renault Siete vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 25 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 1,984 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 483 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Siete | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siete | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
