1990 BMW 320 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 320 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 320 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1980 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, 1990 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
