1986 Opel Senator vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1986 Opel Senator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 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, 1986 Opel Senator (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Senator | 15 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
