2000 Holden Vectra vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1971 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 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Vectra | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
