1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 12 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 380 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
