1976 Renault 15 vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 670 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 15 | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
