2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Exige | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
