2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 20 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 689 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, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | XLR | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
