1979 Renault 15 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 390 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 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Camry |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2360 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |