1996 Proton Perdana vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Proton Perdana is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Perdana weights approximately 225 kg more than 1971 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 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton Perdana | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Perdana | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
