2003 Honda HR-V vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda HR-V weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | HR-V | 15 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
