1971 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 575 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 15 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
