1974 Renault 15 vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 15 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | 15 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
