1971 Renault 15 vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 26 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 585 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | 15 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
