1972 Renault 15 vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1989 Rover Montego is newer by 17 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Montego weights approximately 115 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, 1989 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 15 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
