1985 Renault Siete vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 869 kg more than 1985 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Renault Siete | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Siete | Hilux |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3090 mm |