1972 Renault 15 vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 270 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
