1972 Renault 15 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 593 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 Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
