1979 Renault 15 vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 1075 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | 15 | Safari |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |