1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 500 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1979 Renault 15 | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Barracuda | 15 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |