1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1972 Renault 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 504 | 1972 Renault 15 | |
Make | Peugeot | Renault |
Model | 504 | 15 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |