2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 24 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 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Renault |
| Model | Veyron | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
