2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 795 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
