1976 Renault 15 vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia 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, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 155 kg more than 1976 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 15 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
