1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 350 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Monaro | 15 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
