1997 Opel Vectra vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1997 Opel Vectra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Vectra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Vectra weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 Opel Vectra (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Vectra | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | 15 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
