1975 Renault 15 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1975 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, 1993 Rover 200 (124 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 15 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 15 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
