1972 Renault 15 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 668 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
