1996 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Elantra (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 268 kg more than 1980 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 Hyundai Elantra (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Elantra | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Elantra | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
