1971 Renault 15 vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1971 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
