1993 Lexus GS vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1993 Lexus GS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 755 kg more than 1975 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, 1993 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus GS | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | GS | 15 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
