1995 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 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 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Magna | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Magna | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
