1971 Renault 15 vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet is newer by 24 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Renault 15 | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Starlet |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |