1976 Renault 15 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 450 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 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |
