1998 Honda NSX vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 18 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 425 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, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
