1979 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 876 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 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Renault | Jeep |
Model | 15 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1841 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |