1975 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 609 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 15 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
