1971 Renault 15 vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 19 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Clio (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
