1984 Renault Siete vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 640 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.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Renault Siete | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Siete | Impreza |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2625 mm |