1974 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1037 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 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 15 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Renault | Jaguar |
| Model | 15 | XF |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2909 mm |
