1974 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 501 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 15 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| 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 | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
