1974 Renault 15 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 877 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 15 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
