1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 595 kg more than 1979 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 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Pontiac Bonneville | 1979 Renault 15 | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Bonneville | 15 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |