1974 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 39 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 595 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 15 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
