2000 Proton Perdana vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana 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 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Perdana | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Perdana | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
