1980 Renault 15 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1555 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Renault 15 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Renault Toyota
Model 15 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1980 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1289 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 2520 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 96 L