2000 Opel Astra vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
