1971 Renault 15 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 38 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 45 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
