1979 Renault 15 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 45 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |