2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1974 Renault Siete
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1893 kg more than 1974 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1974 Renault Siete | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Defender | Siete |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |