1974 Renault 15 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 32 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 885 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 15 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 15 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
