1979 Renault 15 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 26 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 505 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
