1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 215 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 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | RS 200 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
