1980 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 32 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 418 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
