2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | YRV | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
