2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1983 Renault Siete
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault Siete would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1665 kg more than 1983 Renault Siete.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Siete. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1983 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1983 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Siete |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2480 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
