1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Super 5 | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Super 5 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
