1976 Renault 15 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 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, 1971 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 15 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
