1980 Peugeot 305 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Peugeot 305 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Peugeot 305.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Peugeot 305 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 305 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
