1999 Lada Samara II vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 Lada Samara II is newer by 20 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Samara II weights approximately 5 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, 1999 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Samara II | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara II | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
