2000 Honda City vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 21 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Honda City.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda City | 1979 Renault 15 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | City | 15 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |