1996 Lexus LX vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Lexus LX 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 1465 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 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus LX | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | LX | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
