1976 Renault 15 vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 26 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (150 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Renault | Daewoo |
| Model | 15 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |
