1956 Buick 40 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | 40 | 15 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |