1974 Renault 15 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 31 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 675 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 15 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
