1980 Renault 15 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 20 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1339 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault 15 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Renault | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 15 | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 94 L |