1973 Peugeot 304 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Peugeot 304 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 304 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 56 L |
