2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 597 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
