1971 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 589 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
