1976 Renault 15 vs. 2007 Renault Modus
To start off, 2007 Renault Modus is newer by 31 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, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Modus weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2007 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Modus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 49 L |
