2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 640 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 Nissan Commercial (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Commercial | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
