1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1984 Renault Siete
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 690 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 1999 Ford Falcon 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 1999 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1984 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | Siete |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
