1980 Renault 15 vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 31 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 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
