1972 Renault 15 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 34 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 545 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
