1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 16 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 940 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Virage | 15 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
