1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1976 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 220 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
