1973 Renault 15 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 667 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | 15 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
