1980 Renault 15 vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 365 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault 15 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 15 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |