1972 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2735 mm |
