1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 824 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 922 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
