1976 Renault 15 vs. 1991 Saab 900
To start off, 1991 Saab 900 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 900 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 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, 1991 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 1991 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 15 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
