1996 Honda Today vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Honda Today 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Today | 15 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |