1980 Renault 15 vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 26 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 807 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 15 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
