1985 Renault Siete vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 432 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.
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 Jetta (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Siete | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siete | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
