1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 770 kg more than 1971 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Ninety-Eight | 15 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |