1979 Peugeot 304 vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 304 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 15 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 304 | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 304 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
