1980 Renault 15 vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 15 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 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SC weights approximately 80 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, 1995 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | 15 | SC |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
