1996 Nissan Maxima vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Nissan Maxima 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 285 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 Nissan Maxima (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Maxima | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Maxima | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
