1976 Mazda 818 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 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 818 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2440 mm |
