1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 20 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 365 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S-MX | 15 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |