2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1976 Renault Siete
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault Siete would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1893 kg more than 1976 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 Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1976 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1976 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1976 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Siete |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
