1980 Renault 15 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 18 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 555 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault 15 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | 15 | 75 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |