1973 Renault 15 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
