1972 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 445 kg more than 1980 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, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Barracuda | 15 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
