1979 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 33 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), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 781 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Renault | Infiniti |
Model | 15 | M |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
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 | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |