2002 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 234 kg more than 1975 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 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Sunfire | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
