1979 Renault 15 vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 525 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 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
