1972 Renault 15 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 335 kg more than 1972 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
