1971 Renault 15 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 450 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
