1988 Peugeot 505 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 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 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 505 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 235 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 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 505 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 505 | 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 | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
