1971 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1556 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 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
