1996 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 585 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Diamante | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
