1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 235 kg more than 1977 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | 15 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
