1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 405 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 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Magna | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
