1972 Renault 15 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 807 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 15 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
