1976 Renault 15 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 425 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 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | 15 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
