1973 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 39 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1145 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | 15 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
