1980 Renault 15 vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 28 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 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1530 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Renault | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 15 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
