1979 Renault 15 vs. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 270 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, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 1991 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | 15 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |