1973 Renault 15 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 33 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1045 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
