1971 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 637 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, 2012 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
