1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
