1979 Renault 15 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1050 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2995 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2015 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |