1973 Renault 15 vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 34 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 911 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 15 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
