1995 Acura Integra vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Integra weights approximately 150 kg more than 1971 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, 1995 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Integra | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
