1973 Renault 15 vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 365 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Renault 15 | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 180 L |