1976 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 37 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 470 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | 15 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 61 L |
