1975 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 38 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 474 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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 15 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | 15 | DART |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
