2002 Honda City vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 26 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2002 Honda City.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda City | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | City | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| 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 | 121 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
