1979 Renault 15 vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Liana is newer by 22 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 165 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, 2001 Suzuki Liana (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
