1974 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1203 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 15 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | 15 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
