1984 Renault Siete vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 26 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 446 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Siete | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Siete | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
