2004 Isuzu D-MAX vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX 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 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 880 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 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu D-MAX | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | D-MAX | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2440 mm |
