1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 14 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 415 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Rocky | 15 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
