1982 Renault 11 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Renault 11.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 11 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
