2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1310 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
