1980 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 31 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 288 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, 2011 Kia Venga (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
