1995 Nissan Sunny vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1995 Nissan Sunny is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 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 Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Sunny | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
