1998 Renault Safrane vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 465 kg more than 1976 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 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Safrane | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |
