1985 Dodge 600 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1985 Dodge 600 is newer by 5 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge 600 weights approximately 200 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, 1985 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge 600 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | 600 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
