1980 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
