1972 Renault 15 vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1998 Toyota Supra is newer by 26 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Supra weights approximately 650 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, 1998 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Renault 15 | 1998 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Supra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |