1974 Renault 15 vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 34 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 1176 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, 2008 Saab 9-7X (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 15 | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 15 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
