1979 Renault 15 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 25 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 619 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
