1998 Plymouth Neon vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 145 kg more than 1975 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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Plymouth Neon | 1975 Renault 15 | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Neon | 15 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |