2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stratus 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stratus (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 470 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 Dodge Stratus (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stratus | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Stratus | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
