1980 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Agila weights approximately 165 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 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
