1995 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1995 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 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 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Rasheen | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Rasheen | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
