1979 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 34 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1210 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 15 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2895 mm |
