1976 Renault 15 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 390 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 66 L |
