1971 Renault 15 vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 29 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1885 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 108 L |
