1979 Renault 15 vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 545 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 15 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
