2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 25 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 128 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, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Lanos | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
