2001 Holden UTE vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 535 kg more than 1980 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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | UTE | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
