1975 Renault 15 vs. 1996 Saturn SL
To start off, 1996 Saturn SL is newer by 21 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saturn SL weights approximately 91 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, 1996 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 15 | 1996 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | 15 | SL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
