1979 Renault 15 vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 27 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 270 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, 2006 Opel Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
