2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CL | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
