1975 Renault 15 vs. 2002 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 27 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 15 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 15 | 2002 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
