1976 Holden Torana vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Torana | 15 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
