2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1979 Renault Siete
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault Siete would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (285 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault Siete. (72 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1979 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | Siete |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1036 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2540 mm |
