1974 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 513 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Renault 15 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | 15 | 6 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |