1980 Renault 15 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1980 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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 15 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
