2000 Nissan Primera vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 290 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 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Primera | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
