1975 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 37 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 520 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, 2012 Toyota Prius V (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Prius V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 15 | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
