1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1979 Renault 15 | |
Make | Datsun | Renault |
Model | 100A Cherry | 15 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 69 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |