1984 Renault Siete vs. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 853 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 Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Siete | Sharan |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |