1979 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 470 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 Mazda 6 (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | 15 | 6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |