2002 Mazda 2 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 22 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 2 (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 160 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, 2002 Mazda 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 2 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 2 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
