1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 2 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 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 10 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 305 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
