1979 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 31 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), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 367 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
