2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1465 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 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Cayenne | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
