1980 Renault 15 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 25 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 15 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
