1972 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1067 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Renault 15 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | 15 | Quest |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |