1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 583 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 350 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
