1980 Renault 15 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
