1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 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, 1978 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Sunbird | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Sunbird | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
