1974 AMC Matador vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 827 kg more than 1972 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | Matador | 15 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |
