1975 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 36 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 385 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 15 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 15 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
