1976 Renault 15 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 325 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |
