1980 Renault 12 vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. Both 1980 Renault 12 and 1972 Renault 15 are equipped with a 1,289 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1980 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 12 | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 12 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
