1980 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 30 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 332 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, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
