1980 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 680 kg more than 1971 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Toronado | 15 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |