2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 33 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 365 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caliber | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 56 L |
