1976 Renault 15 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 21 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 15 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, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 15 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
