1972 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | 15 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
