1971 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 40 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1619 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Renault | Lincoln |
| Model | 15 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 106 L |
