1996 Nissan Sentra vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sentra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sentra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Sentra | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
