1974 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 515 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 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 15 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Renault | Lexus |
| Model | 15 | LFA |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
