1973 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 37 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 613 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
