2004 Hummer H2 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 Hummer H2 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1940 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, 2004 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H2 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Hummer | Renault |
| Model | H2 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2905 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 55 L |
