1975 Renault 15 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 29 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 690 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 15 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | 15 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
