2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1979 Renault Siete
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 29 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1465 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 1979 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Siete |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1036 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2280 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2540 mm |
