1972 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 871 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
