1971 Renault 15 vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Toyota Model F is newer by 18 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 335 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, 1989 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
