1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 465 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | SC | 15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
