2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 457 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-8 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
