1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1974 Renault 15 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 230 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2440 mm |
