1972 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1713 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 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | NV |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
