1996 Opel Astra vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 40 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 Opel Astra (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Astra | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
