1971 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 39 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1135 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
