1971 Renault 15 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 330 kg more than 1971 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
