1980 Renault 15 vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 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 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 15 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
