1972 Renault 15 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 24 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 260 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, 1996 Renault Megane (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
