1971 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
