1972 Renault 15 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 23 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 220 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, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Renault 15 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | 15 | 200 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |