1975 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1975 Ford Cortina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Cortina weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Cortina | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | 15 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
