1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | 15 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
