1998 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1035 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 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | V | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
