1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 407 kg more than 1971 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK | 15 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
