1971 Renault 15 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 31 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 700 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | 15 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
