1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe 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 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 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, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | 15 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
