1973 Renault 15 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 350 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
