1992 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 12 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 4 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
