1980 Renault 15 vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 535 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, 2003 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 15 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
