1972 Renault 15 vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 465 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Renault 15 | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | 15 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |