1998 Nissan Primera vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Nissan Primera 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Primera weights approximately 195 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 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Primera | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
