1971 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 320 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 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 15 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2475 mm |
