1976 Renault 15 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 24 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 901 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 15 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
