1985 Renault 5 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 5 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |
