2004 Opel Agila vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Agila weights approximately 85 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 Opel Agila (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Agila | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Agila | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
