1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 975 kg more than 1979 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
