1972 Renault 15 vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 445 kg more than 1972 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
