1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 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 Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Maverick | 15 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
