1960 Jaguar XK vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 508 kg more than 1980 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK | 15 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
