1972 Renault 15 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 36 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 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 365 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
