1979 Renault 15 vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Acura CSX is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura CSX weights approximately 348 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, 2009 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2009 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | 15 | CSX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
