1980 Renault 15 vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 385 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 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
