1979 Renault 15 vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Felicia is newer by 18 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. Both 1979 Renault 15 and 1997 Skoda Felicia are equipped with a 1,289 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Felicia (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 10 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, 1997 Skoda Felicia (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 15 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
