1972 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 38 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 583 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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Renault 15 | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | 15 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |