1970 Ford Capri vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1977 Renault 15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Capri weights approximately 138 kg more than 1977 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | 15 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
