1976 Renault 15 vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 22 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura EL weights approximately 114 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, 1998 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | 15 | EL |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
