1971 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 42 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 500 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | 15 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
